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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 Vaccination Update- Day 175
India’s COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage crosses 37 Cr landmark
More than 27.86 lakh Vaccine Doses administered today till 7 pm
More than 11.33 Cr Vaccine doses administered in the age group 18-44, so far
India’s cumulative COVID Vaccination Coverage crossed the landmark of 37 crore , as per the 7 pm provisional report today. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June. More than 27.86 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered today, as per the 7 pm provisional report.
13,28,636 vaccine doses were administered as first dose and 1,24,570 vaccine doses given as second dose in the age group 18-44 years today. Cumulatively, 10,98,62,585 persons in the age group 18-44 years across 37 States/UTs have received their first dose and total 35,08,932 have received their second dose since the start of Phase-3 of the vaccination drive. Eight States namely Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Bihar, Gujarat, Karnataka and Maharashtra have administered more than 50 lakh first dose of COVID-19 Vaccine in the age group 18-44 years. Also, Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Kerala, Telangana, Himachal Pradesh, Odisha, Punjab, Uttarakhand and West Bengal have vaccinated more than 10 lakh beneficiaries of the age group 18-44 years for the first dose of COVID vaccine.
The table below shows the cumulative vaccine doses administered to 18-44 years age group till now.
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S.No.
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State
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1st Dose
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2nd Dose
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1
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A & N Islands
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59065
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45
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2
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Andhra Pradesh
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2272097
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33012
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3
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Arunachal Pradesh
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288148
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156
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4
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Assam
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2814917
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147975
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5
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Bihar
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6711597
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114243
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6
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Chandigarh
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223315
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774
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7
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Chhattisgarh
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2984077
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81470
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8
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Dadra & Nagar Haveli
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182738
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117
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9
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Daman & Diu
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154700
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590
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10
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Delhi
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3161624
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194577
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11
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Goa
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411388
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8492
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12
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Gujarat
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8124425
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243784
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13
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Haryana
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3580819
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147032
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14
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Himachal Pradesh
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1195722
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1859
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15
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Jammu & Kashmir
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1094418
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39247
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16
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Jharkhand
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2596647
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80784
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17
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Karnataka
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7871829
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205214
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18
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Kerala
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2183214
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|
116811
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19
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Ladakh
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83730
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4
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20
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Lakshadweep
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23388
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44
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21
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Madhya Pradesh
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9910684
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436139
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22
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Maharashtra
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8146851
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350036
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23
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Manipur
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315515
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531
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24
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Meghalaya
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310176
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124
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25
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Mizoram
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311459
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362
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26
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Nagaland
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264485
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217
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27
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Odisha
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3622622
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176758
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28
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Puducherry
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203664
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843
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29
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Punjab
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1915516
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39955
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30
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Rajasthan
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8039181
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143263
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31
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Sikkim
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260739
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72
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32
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Tamil Nadu
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6187615
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195904
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33
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Telangana
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4582386
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164748
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34
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Tripura
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896923
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13931
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35
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Uttar Pradesh
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12444896
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315398
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36
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Uttarakhand
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1608233
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39898
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37
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West Bengal
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4823782
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214523
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Total
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109862585
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3508932
Ministry of Communications
Inviting comments on the draft Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022
The Ministry of Communications, Government of India had initiated a public consultative process to develop a modern and future-ready legal framework in telecommunications.
In July 2022, a Consultation Paper on ‘Need for a new legal framework governing Telecommunication in India’ was published and comments were invited. Comments have been received from various stakeholders and industry associations.
Based on the consultations and deliberations, the Ministry has now prepared the draft Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022.
To facilitate further consultations, an Explanatory note to provide a brief overview of the Bill has also been prepared.
The draft Bill and Explanatory note can be accessed at https://dot.gov.in/relatedlinks/indian-telecommunication-bill-2022.
Comments may be sent on the email ID: naveen[dot]kumar71[at]gov[dot]in
Last date of sending the comments will be October 20, 2022.
Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises
Big Boost to Khadi; Indian Red Cross Society to Buy 1.80 lakh Face Masks from KVIC
As the popularity of the Khadi Face Masks grows across the country due to its fine quality and affordable price, the Khadi and Village Industries Commission  has received a prestigious purchase order from Indian Red Cross Society  to supply 1.80 lakh face masks.
As per KVIC, the IRCS masks will be made of 100% double-twisted handcrafted cotton fabric in brown colour with red piping. KVIC has especially designed these double-layered cotton masks for the Indian Red Cross Society as per the samples provided by them. The mask will have suitably printed IRCS logo on the left side and the Khadi India tag on the right side. The supply of masks will begin by next month.
The execution of this order will require over 20,000 meter of fabric which will generate 9000 additional man days for the Khadi artisans.
KVIC Chairman, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena welcomed the purchase order from the Indian Red Cross Society and said the massive demand of Khadi Face Masks is a major step in the direction of “Aatmanirbhar Bharat”. “This order will help our Khadi artisans to produce more yarn and fabric and will further add to their income in these difficult times,” Saxena said.
KVIC has added that so far it has sold over 10 lakh face masks which include double layered Cotton Masks and triple-layered Silk Masks. The biggest order for face masks that the KVIC received was from the Jammu & Kashmir government for 7 lakh masks that has been delivered on time.
Approximately 1 lakh meter of Cotton fabric worth over Rs one crore and nearly 2000 meters of Silk fabric of different colors and prints has been used in making these masks till recently.
KVIC received repeat orders from the Rashtrapati Bhavan, Prime Minister’s Office, Central Government ministries and orders from general public through KVIC’s E-portal. KVIC has supplied over 20,000 face masks to the Indian Railways too. Apart from the sale, KVIC has free distributed nearly 10 lakh Khadi masks to the District Authorities though its Khadi Institutions across the country.
“Face Masks are the most critical tool to fight the Corona Pandemic. These masks prepared from Double Twisted Khadi fabric not only meet the quality and scale of demand but are cost effective, breathable, washable, reusable and bio-degradable” Saxena added.
Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises
PATENTS FILED BY MSMEs
As per the information provided by Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade , Ministry of Commerce & Industry, the number of patent applications filed by Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises  during the last three years and the current year are as under:
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Financial Year
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Patent applications filed
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2020-21
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1012
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2021-22
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1369
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2022-23
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1758
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2023-24 
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756
Government of India has taken several steps to create awareness about intellectual property rights among MSMEs in the country. DPIIT has conducted 54 awareness programmes during past three years. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology  has conducted 84 awareness programmes / seminars including 2 international workshops till date. Furthermore, Ministry of MSME has also conducted 40 awareness programmes, 1 National Level Workshop, 10 IP Yatra, 13 programmes  under IPR component of MSME innovative Scheme.
This information was given by Minister of State for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises, Shri Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma in a written reply to the Lok Sabha.
Ministry of Defence
Press Statement
The Indian Air Force is in a high state of preparedness, to proactively engage any perceived threat in the present security scenario. A strict vigil in the skies to detect and thwart any act of aggression from Pakistan Air Force is being maintained. As per NOTAM No. A0234/19 issued by CAA Pakistan, it has opened their airspace with Oman, Iran, Afghanistan and China only. The eleven Entry/Exit points located along Indo-Pak airspace boundary are still closed.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Updates on COVID-19
Through a graded, pre-emptive and pro-active approach, Government of India is taking several steps along with the States/UTs for prevention, containment and management of COVID-19. These are being regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
The Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Dr. Harsh Vardhan interacted with the Lions Club International members across the country through Video Conferencing , here today. He expressed his gratitude to the Lions Club members for contributing an amount of Rs. 9.1 Crores in the PM CARES fund and of Rs. 12.5 Crores to the various Chief Ministers Relief Funds. He also appreciated their contribution in the form of providing meals to millions, and much needed medical equipment and protective gear. The Union Health Minister stated that along with the States/UTs and the dedicated stakeholders and partners, India shall be able to emerge as a victorious in combating COVID-19.
Ms. Preeti Sudan, Secretary  chaired a Video Conference  with representatives from States and districts to discuss and deliberate on health infrastructure and other various aspects related to COVID-19 management, here today. The functioning of GIS Dashboard, COVID-19 portal and dedicated RT-PCR referral App was discussed during the VC. She urged the States to promote the Arogya Setu App which is a self assessment tool helpful in the prevention efforts of the Government.
Secretary  emphasized that non-COVID essential medical care should not be neglected. It was reiterated that patients needing care like dialysis, cancer treatment, diabetics, pregnant women and those suffering from cardiac ailments must be given adequate care. States were urged to ensure that the services in proximity of people are functional and remain uninfected.
Speaking on management of COVID-19 cases, Dr. Balram Bhargava, Secretary  and DG  emphasized on the importance of the meticulousness in collection of samples and filling up of the accompanying forms. States were informed that the RT-PCR app has been made functional and needs to be put to use immediately.
So far, a total of 7695 people have been cured. This takes our total recovery rate to 24.5%. The total number of confirmed cases is now 31,332.
For all authentic & updated information on COVID-19 related technical issues, guidelines & advisories please regularly visit: https://www.mohfw.gov.in/.
Technical queries related to COVID-19 may be emailed at technicalquery.covid19[at]gov[dot]in and other queries on ncov2019[at]gov[dot]in and via tweets to @CovidIndiaSeva .
In case of any queries on COVID-19, please call at Ministry of Health & Family Welfare helpline no. : +91-11-23978046 or 1075 . List of helpline numbers of States/UTs on COVID-19 is also available at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/coronvavirushelplinenumber.pdf .
Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises
Hon'ble Shri Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister will Inaugurate Khasdar Audyogik Mahotsav on March 12
Nagpur: 11 March 2022
For the promotion of industrialization in Vidarbha region and for overall development of Vidarbha, MSME-DI Nagpur with support of all leading Industries Associations of Vidarbha is organizing Khasdar Audyogik Mahotsav  from 12-14th March,2022 at MIA House, P-26, Hingna Industrial Area, Nagpur. The Event is being organized under the able guidance and initiative by Hon’ble Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari and the Inauguration programme will be held on 12th March, 2022 at 11.00 AM at the hands of Hon’ble Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari.
The objective of the programme is to promote MSMEs in Vidarbha region for the growth of industries in all the districts of Vidarbha. Various CPSUs and Large Scale Industries like Government e-market Place , Western Coalfields Ltd, Mineral Oil Corporation Limited , Manganese Ore India Limited  Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, Indian Oil Corporation Limited  Power Grid Corporation, Konakan Railway, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited , Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited  Federation of Indian Export Organization, Mazgaon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd, Mahindra & Mahindra, IGTR, Bureau of Indian Standards  , Ordnance Factory, Bhandara, Ambajhari, Chandrapur Thermal Power Station , Thermal Power Station Koradi and Thermal Power Station Khaparkheda, Solar Indian Industries Ltd, Nagpur are participating in the Khasdar Audyogik Mahotsav. The representatives from CPSUs and Large scale industries will take the seminars and explain their vendor development and registration procedure and their annual requirements during the Technical sessions for three days. Representatives from MSME-DI, Nagpur and Bureau of Indian Standards will explain the role and schemes of MSMEs and BIS for the entrepreneurs.
Similarly, Start-Up conclave and Investors meet and Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme  will be held. Interactive sessions with the officers /representatives from various CPSUs/SPSUs will be held post technical sessions of respective CPSU/SPSU.
All prospective and existing entrepreneurs, start-ups, Research and Educational Institutions, Students of Engineering Colleges and others are appealed to participate in this Mega event to grab the opportunity for entrepreneurship.
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Special Service and Features
Gold worth Rs. 33.40 lakhs seized by Chennai Air Customs
Based on intelligence, one Saqgubar Sadiq, 30 and Mohamed Abbas Musamil, 20 both of Ramnathapuram who arrived from Dubai by Emirates flight EK-544 were intercepted at exit. On personal search, four bundles of gold paste  were recovered from rectum. Further, one bundle of gold paste was found in sewage dumping area of Emirate flight. Total five bundles of gold paste weighing 783 grams were recovered which on extraction yielded 687 grams of gold valued at Rs. 33.40 lakhs and same were seized under Customs Act.
687 grams of gold worth Rs. 33.40 lakhs seized under Customs Act.
Further investigation is under progress, according to a press release issued by the Commissioner of Customs, Chennai International Airport.
Ministry of Culture
NEW DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY GALLERY INAUGURATED IN BITM AS PART OF DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATION
Kolkata, 2nd May, 2019
A new state-of-the-art digital technology gallery has been inaugurated at Birla Industrial & Technological Museum , here today. As part of BITM’s diamond jubilee celebration, this newly opened gallery in the science museum will showcase how the advancement of digital technology has forayed into the entertainment and education segment. The gallery has around 15 exhibits, and will feature about 10 different interactive and multimedia thrills. Technologies like motion sensing, augmented reality, virtual reality, mind mapping technique, gesture recognition etc. will provide the visiting public with opportunities to engage with various digital installations.
An exhibition titled ‘Mind Over Matter’ was also organised to pay tribute to Stephen Hawking as part of science museum’s diamond jubilee celebration. Besides, another exhibition highlighting BITM’s journey of 60 years was also put up.
The dignitaries present on the occasion included Prof M. Jagadesh Kumar, Vice Chancellor of Jawaharlal Nehru University and Chairman, Governing Council of National Council Science Museum ; Shri Arijit Dutta Choudhury, Director- General, NCSM; Shri V.S. Ramachandran, Director, BITM and other former heads and serving office-holders of the science museum, NCSM and other institutes. While appreciating the efforts taken by BITM to bring underprivileged children to BITM and introducing them to the wonders of science, Prof Sibaji Raha, former Director of Bose Institute suggested taking up more science related programmes for community participation. Prof. M. Jagadesh Kumar appreciated the efforts taken up by BITM over the years to popularise science and conducting science related outreach programmes in remote corners of the country.
Ministry of Defence
Procurement of Anti Tank Missile
Order has been placed for procurement of Anti Tank Spike Missiles from Israel. A suitable number of Missiles and allied systems have been procured to meet operational requirement of the Indian Army.
Spike Long Range  Anti-Tank Guided Missile  system is a man portable 4th Generation system which can engage targets in both Fire & Forget and Fire, Observe & Update mode, thus enhancing the operational flexibility and crew survivability. Dual mode seeker of the system allows precise engagement both during day and night. The system also has Top Attack capability to enhance the lethality of the missile against tank targets.
Israel, Germany, Spain are among the other users of 4th Generation Spike LR ATGM system. As per available inputs in open source, China has developed a 3rd Generation ATGM System while Pakistan does not have such a capability yet.
This information was given by Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Shripad Naik in a written reply to Shri C.N. Annadurai in Lok Sabha today.
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Ministry of Defence
LONG RANGE TRAINING DEPLOYMENT OF FIRST TRAINING SQUADRON TO SOUTH EAST ASIA
The ships of First Training Squadron  - INS Tir, INS Sujata, Sail Training Ship Sudarshini and CGS Sarathi are presently on a long Range training deployment to South East Asia. The deployment is part of the ongoing afloat training of the 105th Integrated Officers' Training Course. During the deployment, the ships will visit Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Vietnam. Various training activities, professional interactions and Joint Maritime Partnership Ex are planned to be conducted with the host navies and maritime forces during the visit.
Presently, trainees from friendly foreign countries- Bangladesh, Maldives, Mauritius and Vietnam are embarked onboard 1TS for the deployment. In addition, personnel from Indian Army, Indian Air Force and NCC cadets are also embarked furthering jointness and interoperability. The visit aims to strengthen India’s commitment towards Maritime Security and foster goodwill in the region.
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Ministry of Railways
Indian Railways releases its new All India Railway Time Table known as “Trains At A Glance ” w.e.f. 1st October, 2023
It is available on Indian Railways’ official website i.e. www.indianrailways.gov.in
This year TAG inducts 64 services of Vande Bharat Trains plus 70 other train services, extension of existing 90 services to other destinations and increase in frequency of 12 services
The Ministry of Railways has released its new All India Railway Time Table known as “TRAINS AT A GLANCE ” effective from 1st October, 2023. The new “Trains at a Glance” is also available on Indian Railways’ official website i.e. https://indianrailways.gov.in/railwayboard/view_section.jsp?lang=0&id=0,1,304,366,537,2960
Highlights of the new time table are as follows:
- Induction of 64 services of Vande Bharat Trains plus 70 other train services
- Extension of existing 90 services to other destinations
- Increase in frequency of 12 services
- Speeding up of 22 services of trains to convert into Superfast Category
- Diversion of 20501/02 Agartala-Anand Vihar Rajdhani via Malda, Bhagalpur
- Change in Time Table of some services in South Eastern Railway for improving their Punctuality
The new time table has included 64 services of Vande Bharat Trains and 70 other train services to offer passengers a comfortable and efficient travel experience. The new timetable is designed to enhance connectivity between various cities and reduce travel time. Passengers are advised to check the departure and arrival timings as per the new time table.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Goa to host 2nd edition of startup India Global Venture Capital Summit 2019
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade , in partnership with Government of Goa, is organizing the 2nd edition of the Startup India Global Venture Capital Summit, on 6th and 7th of December, 2019 for Fund Managers and Limited Partners of Top Global Venture Capital Firms. The theme for Startup India Global Venture Capital Summit 2019 is India Opportunity – Investing in tomorrow together.
The first edition of the Summit held last year in Goa brought together over 250 participants from over 9 countries and showcased the venture capital opportunities in India and facilitated a rich exchange of ideas on various aspects of the investor world.
This year the Summit aims to reach new heights in both reach and scope. The focus of the Summit is to mobilize global capital for innovation in India. The Summit will bring together a series of engagements involving over 350 representatives of leading Global Venture Capital Firms, Limited Partners, Family Offices, High-Network Individuals, Government of India officials, top Corporates, and select innovative Startups. It will showcase the India Advantage, diversity and scale of Indian market opportunity, and the cutting-edge innovations originating in India. The Summit also aims to understand the best practices for venture capital industry, identify issues faced by them for investments in India, and evaluate ways to address them.
The key objectives of the Summit are to showcase the India’s opportunity in the sectors of E-Mobility, FinTech, MedTech, Enterprise Software, EdTech, Genomics and Lifesciences. It will also look at increase of capital flow for Indian Startups by showcasing high-quality tech and non-tech startups to the global investor community and foster Ease of Doing Business by identifying and discussing issues faced by the investor community.
Through this event Startup India is providing the Indian startups an opportunity to meet Top Global Investors at the event to get business guidance and to discuss investment opportunities.
Ministry of Development of North-East Region
North East Cane And Bamboo Development Council  Guwahati organised a Two-Day Youth Conclave for Empowering the Youth of North East India
North East Cane And Bamboo Development Council Guwahati organised a Two-Day Youth Conclave organized by Chandraprabha Saikiani Centre for Women Studies Tezpur University , Assam under the aegis of Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, Govt. of India. Empowering the Youth of North East India through the Advancement of Technology and Skill.
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Youth Conclave
Shri Pulak Kumar Mandal was a speaker on Skill Development for Youth: Incense Sticks and Bamboo Industry.
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